Lubbock seeking to reduce number of loose pets and stray animals

By Collin Lee Dangerous encounters with stray animals and overpopulation at local shelters have been plaguing Lubbock for years, but a community outreach program may finally bring some good news.  Most animals running around the city have escaped their homes, Lubbock Animal Shelter Director Steven Greene said, so the shelter has started a community outreach […]

Animal adoptions, fostering see increase during pandemic

By Hannah Holtz While stay-at-home orders have been mandated due to the spread of COVID-19, many people have turned to adopting or fostering animals during their time at home. Lubbock Animal Shelter has seen a record number of adoptions in the last month, with fewer than 100 animals left in the shelter by the second […]